I had pretty much given up on crackpot solutions for my arthritis but I my tai chi teacher made me literally promise that I would try one more thing. He made me a copper bracelet out of some old pipe and swears that they work for him.
The only thing that bothers me is that he suggested, in his thick Argentinian accent, that I should scrub it with a scourer. I did this and hadn't thought too much about it until a friend said to me yesterday "Are you sure that it isn't an old sewerage pipe?" - ewwww!
I did a little bit of online research to check if there was any published evidence that copper helps with arthritis and all I found were studies that say there is no scientific basis to support this remedy. However, I gave my word that I'd give it a try.
Unfortunately I have already reneged on my promise. I had an important meeting at work today (not to mention a lovely outfit) and I couldn't bring myself to wear the bracelet but I am going to give it a go over the weekend...maybe...if it goes with my outfit.
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